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Trump Unveils $175 Billion "Golden Dome" Missile Defense Plan

9/19/2025

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President Trump introduced the "Golden Dome" missile defense initiative, which includes space-based interceptors to counter missiles.
Experts highlighted the technology's complexity and feasibility.
Pentagon official Steve Feinberg was briefed on the $175 billion plan, a significant milestone for General Mike Guetlein.
The initiative targets a 2028 completion and features four defense layers: one satellite-based and three land-based.
Major contractors, including Lockheed Martin and Boeing, are likely to compete for contracts.

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Story summary

President Trump introduced the "Golden Dome" missile defense initiative, which includes space-based interceptors to counter missiles.
Experts highlighted the technology's complexity and feasibility.
Pentagon official Steve Feinberg was briefed on the $175 billion plan, a significant milestone for General Mike Guetlein.
The initiative targets a 2028 completion and features four defense layers: one satellite-based and three land-based.
Major contractors, including Lockheed Martin and Boeing, are likely to compete for contracts.